Thread: 1957 ford custom coupe from the netherlands

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As far as engine/transmissions for that car, the sky is the limit The engine bay is pretty big. I would not try to keep the Fordomatic though as most larger horsepower engines will "kill" it fairly quickly, particularly if it is set for a six cylinder - plus it might not bolt to a V8 (I've forgotten my Ford bell housing patterns).

What are you limited to in Holland as far as vehicle modifications is another point. I know that some European countries will not allow major changes. Next point is what will your wallet handle as far as costs. We can make all kinds of suggestions, but the item price plus shipping plus customs duties can be prohibitive.

Here are some web sites to look at for parts:

http://www.summitracing.com/

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/default.aspx

http://www.ford-y-block.com/index.html

http://www.fordracingparts.com/2010-catalog/

There are lots more, just ask - have a ball!!!!

Wow, you've got a beautiful '57 and I really like the look now. If you're set on changing it I like the lowered, no skirt look better - just my preference, but to me a hardtop (no post) compliments the line of skirts more than a post sedan. I believe that Dave (IC2) has given you very good advice about the Fordomatic tranny - I would think it would have a short life with any higher output crate engine.

Now that I look at the two pictures I agree with Roger, no skirts look better. I also wouldn't throw out the baby with the bathwater, I would consider keeping that 6 and modifying it. I understand you may want more hp, so that would be a good reason for an engine swap, but 6's have gained respect and lots of guys are putting 2 and 3 carbs on them, dual exhaust, and stuff like that. Split exhaust on a 6 has a great, unique sound, and when you pop the hood people in the know will love it. Just an opinion.

Don

Originally Posted by Itoldyouso

Now that I look at the two pictures I agree with Roger, no skirts look better. I also wouldn't throw out the baby with the bathwater, I would consider keeping that 6 and modifying it. I understand you may want more hp, so that would be a good reason for an engine swap, but 6's have gained respect and lots of guys are putting 2 and 3 carbs on them, dual exhaust, and stuff like that. Split exhaust on a 6 has a great, unique sound, and when you pop the hood people in the know will love it. Just an opinion.

Don

Now that's a great idea, IMO. Also, just noticed the reversed shackles on the rear springs, shades of the early 60's Flipping those back to stock will drop the back a couple of inches or more, but I like the stance now.

Originally Posted by Itoldyouso

Now that I look at the two pictures I agree with Roger, no skirts look better. I also wouldn't throw out the baby with the bathwater, I would consider keeping that 6 and modifying it. I understand you may want more hp, so that would be a good reason for an engine swap, but 6's have gained respect and lots of guys are putting 2 and 3 carbs on them, dual exhaust, and stuff like that. Split exhaust on a 6 has a great, unique sound, and when you pop the hood people in the know will love it. Just an opinion.

Don

come on guys, nothing can beat the sound and the torque of a mad rumbling V8 ,from idle to peak rpm ,i don´t know about you guys but it´s giving me goosebumbs each time i hear one...

the slant six is nice and original but much to sweet and a american classic has to have a V8,even my DAILY DRIVER a 1994 F150 flareside from texas showtrucks has a 302 under the hood ..and give´s me a smile each time i fired it up ..


can you suggest wich engine and tranny combo´s will fitt relative easily in the 57...?

thanx again !!!